Playa Junquillal; a paradise for those in search of a quiet, lonesome beach. This one mile stretch of heaven is located in the Pacific Northwest province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. About 220 km west of the Capital San Jose, about 50 km southwest of Liberia, and about 15 km south of the port town of Tamarindo. Getting there is fairly easy for the adventurous. Five hour drive from San Jose international airport or just a one hour drive from Liberia international airport. Some rough dirt roads for the last 20 km, but well worth it. Peace can truly be found on this beach, and for two weeks every February, it's where you’ll find me. Whether it’s a peaceful jog on the beach or a cold beer at the many pubs along Playa Junquillal, this is paradise
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